Mountain Melick (Melica Nutans) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Melica nutans is a perennial, rhizomatous grass native to temperate Eurasia, known for its nodding flower spikes and suitability for shaded woodland areas.

Mountain Melick

Mountain Melick

Melica Nutans

Melica nutans is a perennial, rhizomatous grass native to temperate Eurasia, known for its nodding flower spikes and suitability for shaded woodland areas.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Melick

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Prune
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Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Melica